Earlier, the premium bike segment in India lacked options for brands. Fast forward to 2024, several big players like Ducati, BMW, Kawasaki, Yamaha, etc., offer the best bikes under ₹15 lakhs in India.

The professional riders love this segment for its speed, power, performance and aggressive riding stance. These bikes can efficiently serve daily commute purposes, tours and adventure tours to different parts of India with great ease.

When buying a bike or scooter in India, securing two-wheeler insurance is also crucial as it is mandatory by the Motor Vehicles Act of 1988. It provides financial protection against accidents, theft and damage, safeguarding you and your investment. 

Having bike insurance also saves you from hefty traffic fines, license suspension and even legal trouble.

Check out the list below to find out the beasts under ₹15 lakhs. It consists of the bestselling and popular super sports and sports bikes with ex-showroom prices as in Delhi and key features.

1. Honda CBR 650R | Starting ₹7,70,000

Considered a sports bike for new riders, the Honda CBR 650R delivers packed performances on tracks and highways. It generates a maximum power of 85.82 HP at 12,000 rpm and a peak torque of 57.5 Nm at 8,500 rpm. Besides, several handy features like switchable HSTC, LED head and tail lamps, full digital display, gear position, and shift indicator make CBR 650R a complete package.

Key Specifications:

• Engine Type: Liquid-cooled, 4-cylinder, SI
• Displacement: 648.72cc
• Mileage: 20 kmpl (approx.)
• Max Power: 85.82 PS at 12000 rpm
• Torque: 57.5 Nm at 8500 rpm
• Top Speed: 240kmph (approx.)
• Fuel Capacity: 15.4 litres
• Kerb Weight: 211 kg
• Brakes: Disc brakes in the front and rear
• Suspension: Telescopic at the front and swingarm with Monoshock at the rear

2. Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT | Starting ₹8,85,000

The next model in this list is the V-Strom 650 XT from the stable of Japan-based two-wheeler manufacturer Suzuki. It produces a maximum power of 70 HP at 8,800 rpm and a peak torque of 62 Nm at 6,500 rpm. Besides, a few advanced refinements such as Advanced Traction Control System, Low RPM Assist and more make it a top preference among off-road enthusiasts looking for the best adventure bikes under ₹15 lakhs.

Key Specifications:

• Engine Type: Liquid-cooled, 2-cylinder, SOHC
• Displacement: 645cc
• Mileage: 23.81 kmpl (approx.)
• Max Power: 69.7 PS at 8800 rpm
• Torque: 62 Nm at 6300 rpm
• Top Speed: 190 kmph (approx.)
• Fuel Capacity: 20 litres
• Kerb Weight: 216 kg
• Brakes: Disc brakes in the front and rear
• Suspension: Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped at the front and swingarm with Link type, coil spring, oil damped at the rear 

3. Triumph Street Triple | Starting ₹10,17,000

Triumph Street Triple is a versatile and one of the best superbikes under ₹15 lakh in India, ideal for both paved and unpaved roads. Powered by a BS6 compliance engine, Street Triple can churn out a power of  123 HP at 11,750 rpm and a torque of 79 Nm at 9,350 rpm.

Key Specifications:

• Engine Type: In-line 3-cylinders, liquid-cooled
• Displacement: 765cc
• Mileage: 19.23 kmpl (approx.)
• Max Power: 128.2 PS at 12000 rpm
• Torque: 80 Nm at 9500 rpm
• Top Speed: 230 kmph (approx.)
• Fuel Capacity: 17.4 litres
• Kerb Weight: 166 kg
• Brakes: Disc brakes in the front and rear
• Suspension: Showa 41mm USD Adjustable Compression Rebound Damping at the front and Ohlins STX40 fully adjustable piggyback reservoir RSU at the rear

4. Triumph Tiger 850 Sport | Starting ₹11,95,000

Triumph Tiger 850 Sport has a powertrain that generates 85 BHP of power at 85 HP at 8,5000 rpm and 82 Nm of peak torque at 6,5000 rpm. Additional features like a 5-inch TFT cluster, hand-adjustable windscreen, levers and switchable traction control make Tiger 850 Sport an excellent addition to a rider's garage.

Key Specifications:

• Engine Type: Liquid-cooled, inline 3-cylinders, DOHC
• Displacement: 888cc
• Mileage: 19.23 kmpl (approx.)
• Max Power: 84 PS at 8500 rpm
• Torque: 82 Nm at 6500 rpm
• Top Speed: 210 kmph (approx.)
• Fuel Capacity: 20  litres
• Kerb Weight: 192 kg 
• Brakes: Disc brakes in the front and rear
• Suspension: Marzocchi 45mm upside down forks at the front and Marzocchi rear suspension unit, manual preload adjustment at the rear

5. Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX | Starting ₹12,20,000

A complete power-packed sports bike for tracks and tours, Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX, offers a comfortable ride in cities and long, relaxing journeys. Further, this beast gets its power from a BS6 engine producing 142 HP of power at 10,000 rpm and 111 Nm of peak torque at 8,000 rm.

Key Specifications:

• Engine Type: Liquid-cooled, in-line 4-cylinders
• Displacement: 1043cc
• Mileage: 17.24 kmpl (approx.)
• Max Power: 140.13 PS at 8500 rpm
• Torque: 111 Nm at 6500 rpm
• Top Speed: 250 kmph (approx.)
• Fuel Capacity: 19  litres
• Kerb Weight: 238 kg
• Brakes: Disc brakes in the front and rear
• Suspension: ø41 mm inverted fork with compression and rebound damping and spring preload adjustability at the front and Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged rear shock with rebound damping and spring preload adjustability at the rear

6. Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster | Starting ₹12,35,000

An optional pillion seat makes the Bonneville Bobber a retro-styled motorcycle perfect for solo riders. Additionally, it is comfortable and well-balanced, making it fun to ride for hours. The Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster's 1200 cc BS6 engine produces 76.9 horsepower and 106 Nm.

The Bonneville Speedmaster has cruise control, heated grips, a ride-by-wire throttle, and switchable traction control. It also includes LED illumination, dual-channel ABS, numerous riding modes, and a digital instrument cluster.

Key Specifications:

• Engine Type: Liquid-cooled, eight-valve, SOHC 
• Displacement: 1200cc
• Mileage: 21.7 kmpl (approx.)
• Max Power: 79.6 PS at 6100 rpm
• Torque: 106 Nm at 4000 rpm
• Top Speed: 161 kmph (approx.)
• Fuel Capacity: 12  litres
• Kerb Weight: 263 kg
• Brakes: Disc brakes in the front and rear
• Suspension: Ø 47 mm Showa cartridge forks at the front and Mono-shock RSU with linkage and preload adjustment at the rear

7. BMW F900XR | Starting ₹12,55,000

A toned-down version of the BMW S 1000 XR, F 900 XR, blends sportbike performance with the comfort of an adventure tourer. It comes with an engine that delivers a power of 105 HP at 8,5000 rpm and a peak torque of 92 Nm at 6,5000 rpm.

Key Specifications:

• Engine Type: Water-cooled, in-line 2-cylinder
• Displacement: 895cc
• Mileage: 23.81 kmpl (approx.)
• Max Power: 103.25 PS at 8500 rpm
• Torque: 92 Nm at 6500 rpm
• Top Speed: 210 kmph (approx.)
• Fuel Capacity: 15.5  litres
• Kerb Weight: 219 kg 
• Brakes: Disc brakes in the front and rear
• Suspension: Upside-down telescopic fork, Ø 43 mm at the front and Double-sided swinging arm with central suspension strut at the rear

8. Ducati Monster 950 | Starting ₹12,95,000

A sleek and sharp body with new oval headlights and a muscular tank defines the new Ducati monster. Moreover, energised by a powerful engine that delivers a power of 110 HP at 9,000 rpm and 95 Nm at 7,5000 rpm, Ducati offers one of the best superbikes under ₹15 lakhs. 

Key Specifications:

• Engine Type: New Testastretta 11°, L-twin cylinder, Desmodromic, liquid-cooled
• Displacement: 937cc
• Mileage: 19.23 kmpl (approx.)
• Max Power: 109.96 PS at 9250 rpm
• Torque: 93 Nm at 6500 rpm
• Top Speed: 226 kmph (approx.)
• Fuel Capacity: 16  litres
• Kerb Weight: 204 kg 
• Brakes: Disc brakes in the front and rear
• Suspension: Ø 43 mm usd fork at the front and Progressive linkage, preload adjustable monoshock, aluminium double-sided swingarm at the rear

9. BMW F850 GS | Starting ₹12,95,000

The BMW F850 GS is a near-perfect adventure tourer, which is justified by its high price. It can easily handle the most challenging terrain and be a terrific buddy while devouring kilometres. The 853 cc BS6 engine in the BMW F850 GS produces 93.87 horsepower and 92 Nm.

The F850 GS Adventure looks similar to the F850 GS but with new bodywork. It has a broader front "beak," wind deflectors, a tall windshield, new radiator shrouds, and a larger luggage rack and engine guard.

Key Specifications:

• Engine Type: Water-cooled 4-stroke In-line Two-cylinder Engine, Two Overhead Camshafts
• Displacement: 853cc
• Mileage: 24 kmpl (approx.)
• Max Power: 93.87 PS at 8250 rpm
• Torque: 92 Nm at 6250 rpm
• Top Speed: 200 kmph (approx.)
• Fuel Capacity: 15  litres
• Kerb Weight: 233 kg
• Brakes: Disc brakes in the front and rear
• Suspension: Upside-down telescopic fork, Ø 43 mm at the front and Cast aluminium dual swing arm, central WAD spring strut at the rear

10. Aprilia Tuono 660 | Starting ₹13,09,000

It is packed with a BS6 motor that delivers a maximum power of 100 HP at 10,500 rpm and a peak torque of 67 Nm at 8,5000 rpm. Additionally, Aprilia Tuono can pack a punch on the roads with great features, including the signature LED lights and five riding modes.

Key Specifications:

• Engine Type: Liquid-cooled, DOHC, parallel twin-cylinders
• Displacement: 659cc
• Mileage: 20.4 kmpl (approx.)
• Max Power: 93.87 PS at 10500 rpm
• Torque: 67 Nm at 8500 rpm
• Top Speed: 230 kmph (approx.)
• Fuel Capacity: 15  litres
• Kerb Weight: 183 kg
• Brakes: Disc brakes in the front and rear
• Suspension: Kayaba 41 mm upside-down fork, adjustable in rebound and preload, 110 mm travel at the front and Kayaba monoshock, adjustable in rebound and preload, 130 mm wheel travel at the rear

11. Harley-Davidson Nightster | Starting ₹13,39,000

The new Harley-Davidson Nightster boasts an aspirational appearance, good seating ergonomics, and a refined, high-performance engine. Its 975 cc BS6 engine produces 88.5 horsepower and 95 Nm.

Sporty motorcycles like the Nightster are designed to be more fun and approachable than Harley-Davidson's other cruisers and tourers. The Nightster has Showa-sourced 41mm telescopic forks up front and preload-adjustable dual springs at the rear on 19-16-inch alloy wheels.

Key Specifications:

• Engine Type: Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line 4-cylinders
• Displacement: 975cc
• Mileage: 18 kmpl (approx.)
• Max Power: 88.5 PS at 7500 rpm
• Torque: 95 Nm at 5750 rpm
• Top Speed: 240 kmph (approx.)
• Fuel Capacity: 12  litres
• Kerb Weight: 221 kg
• Brakes: Disc brakes in the front and rear
• Suspension: 41mm SHOWA™ Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps at the front and Dual outboard, direct-acting at the rear

12. Ducati Scrambler Nightshift | Starting ₹13,57,000

Scrambler Nightshift is among India's best scrambler bikes under ₹15 lakhs. It is packed with an electronic fuel-injected engine that produces 73 HP of power at 8,250 rpm and a peak torque of 66.2 Nm at 5,750 rpm. Additionally, inspired by an inline-4 track monster, a sculpted tank and a sleek rear-end design make it stand out from its competitors.

Key Specifications:

• Engine Type: Air-cooled, L-twin, Desmodromic distribution
• Displacement: 803cc
• Mileage: 19.23 kmpl (approx.)
• Max Power: 71.87 PS at 8250 rpm
• Torque: 65.2 Nm at 7000 rpm
• Top Speed: 198 kmph (approx.)
• Fuel Capacity: 13.5  litres
• Kerb Weight: 196 kg
• Brakes: Disc brakes in the front and rear
• Suspension: Upside down Kayaba 41 mm fork at the front and Kayaba rear shock, pre-load adjustable at the rear

13. Suzuki Katana | Starting ₹13,61,000

The Suzuki Katana is a practical, powerful, and feature-rich litre-class streetfighter. It is fun to ride due to its riding characteristics and manoeuvrability. The 999 cc BS6 engine produces 150.19 horsepower and 106 Nm.

The Katana looks sporty with its bikini fairing and street fighter posture. The square LED headlight has LED DRLs in a horizontal bar in the centre. The design blends modern and retro.

Key Specifications:

• Engine Type: Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line 4-cylinders
• Displacement: 999cc
• Mileage: 23 kmpl (approx.)
• Max Power: 150.19 PS at 11000 rpm
• Torque: 106 Nm at 9250 rpm
• Top Speed: 240 kmph (approx.)
• Fuel Capacity: 12  litres
• Kerb Weight: 217 kg 
• Brakes: Disc brakes in the front and rear
• Suspension: Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped at the front and Link type, coil spring, oil damped at the rear

14. Triumph Tiger 900 | Starting ₹14,15,000

The Triumph's new appearance, engine, and electronics make it one of the top adventure bikes. The Tiger 900's 888 cc BS6 engine produces 106.5 horsepower and 90 Nm.

The Tiger 900 Rally Pro has a seven-inch TFT screen with My Triumph Connectivity for call and SMS alerts, turn-by-turn navigation, cornering ABS, traction control, emergency braking warning lights, all-LED illumination, six ride modes, and tyre pressure monitoring system.

Key Specifications:

• Engine Type: Liquid-cooled, DOHC, in-line 3-cylinders
• Displacement: 888 cc
• Mileage: 21.2 kmpl (approx.)
• Max Power: 106.5 PS at 9500 rpm
• Torque: 90 Nm at 6850 rpm
• Top Speed: 205 kmph (approx.)
• Fuel Capacity: 20  litres
• Kerb Weight: 222 kg
• Brakes: Disc brakes in the front and rear
• Suspension: Marzocchi 45 mm upside down forks, manual rebound and compression damping adjustment, 180 mm travel at the front and Marzocchi rear suspension unit, manual preload and rebound damping adjustment, 170mm wheel travel at the rear

The above list of the best bikes under ₹15 Lakhs is curated with the most recent data and contains the highest-rated premium sports superbikes available in the Indian market.

Also, it is advisable to protect your vehicle with a third-party insurance, as it is mandated by law. It will cover any damage or losses your car could cause to a third-party person or property in any unforeseen mishap.